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A mental health charity is producing a new local podcast that aims to reduce stigma and support wellbeing. The first Side By Side podcast is part of Time to Talk Day – a national campaign that …

Obesity is not simply a matter of excess weight—it is a complex condition that imposes mechanical, mental, and physical burdens on individuals. Its impact extends far beyond appearance, influencing mobility, emotional well-being, and long-term health outcomes. While diet and lifestyle remain the cornerstone of management, pharmacological solutions can provide crucial support to prevent the snowballing of complications. Mechanical burden Excess body weight places significant strain on the musculoskeletal system. Joint stress: Knees, hips, and the lower back bear the brunt of added weight, accelerating wear and tear and leading to osteoarthritis. Mobility limitations: Everyday activities such as walking, climbing stairs,…

Super excited to be posting a giveaway with Ancient Nutrition! Some of you in the USA may already be familiar with this brand, but they’ve recently launched in Canada.  I’ve started incorporating collagen into my diet in the last couple years and I feel that its been helping my hair and skin. I had a rough go with hair loss after having Clara, and I feel a combination of things such as increased iron, vitamins and adding collagen have all helped. I’m also dairy sensitive, so I’ve been enjoying collagen based proteins as they taste very similar to whey protein,…

If you missed the legal update, I FINALLY got the retailers who were carrying dupes of my Pirouette Skort to take them out of their stores. They were like, “okay, we’ll just destroy them” and I was like uhhh no you can’t do that and that’s the story of how I ended up with a warehouse full of Pirouette dupes! Like… I hate dupes and I never thought I’d be collecting them but when it came to destroying perfectly good clothing I had no choice but to save them. With THOUSANDS OF DUPES piled up at my warehouse (of which…

Substitutions: You can substitute regular broccoli, but increase the roasting time to 20-25 minutes since the florets are denser. Garlic timing: Adding the garlic after roasting prevents it from burning and becoming bitter. The residual heat from the hot broccolini is enough to mellow the raw garlic flavor. Air fryer option: You can cook broccolini in an air fryer at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. The results are similar to oven roasting. Variations: Try adding red pepper flakes before roasting or finishing with grated parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese for variation.

Cleopatra used them for beauty. King Tut was buried with them. What if I told you there was an ancient seed oil that could enhance your health in over 12 amazing ways?  From antioxidant support to immune-boosting effects, this oil has been valued for thousands of years, yet modern science is only now unlocking its full potential. For centuries, healers have touted black cumin seeds as a magical, cure-all remedy. Black seed oil, derived from the Nigella sativa plant, contains a unique blend of plant-based compounds and nutrients that provide intriguing benefits.  Modern science is now revealing that this ancient…

SINGAPORE – A health and wellness programme developed by Apple and the Health Promotion Board (HPB) will end on May 31, with users encouraged to use the Healthy 365 app instead. Launched in October 2020, LumiHealth is a personalised programme that helps Singaporeans improve their health by encouraging sustained lifestyle changes in areas such as physical activity, sleep, nutrition and mental well-being. Fitness and wellness challenges are gamified, with users earning coins for completing activities, which can be exchanged for rewards. The free app has reached more than 377,000 Singaporeans since its launch, the HPB said on Feb 3. Participants…

Katie Connolly I am an Expert Registered Yoga, Children’s, and Prenatal Yoga Teacher (ERYT-500, RCYT, RPYT). My passion for understanding the human experience scientifically and intuitively led me to pursue my Craniosacral & Somatic Training, a Masters in Counselling, and found a Children’s Yoga School (RCYT) to share this wisdom with other educators, therapists, and parents. All Posts

Weight loss can seem daunting but these two simple rules are a good place to startThe NHS shared two plate rules to aid your weight loss efforts(Image: Getty)Two simple rules when filling your plate could help you lose weight. The NHS recommended following these guidelines as part of a healthy lifestyle to aid weight loss efforts.It is estimated that in the UK around one in every four adults is living with obesity. With all associated health risks that can come with being overweight or obese, weight loss is therefore a common goal for many.However, it can be difficult and even…

Key Takeaways Evidence-based workouts are the foundation of a good resistance-training program. The shoulder exercises presented here will develop both strength and function. ACE-sponsored research compared muscle activation of the anterior, medial and posterior deltoids when performing 10 different exercises. To learn how to properly perform our recommended shoulder exercises, check out the links provided in the Final Thoughts section below: Dumbbell shoulder press 45-degree incline row Bent-arm lateral raise Seated rear lateral raise Rotator cuff exercises (internal rotation and external rotation) Shoulder rainbows To see all 10 exercises evaluated in our research, check…